RIDE NAME: TSIDE-Laurel Lollipop and the Trail
RWGPS LINK:
Laurel Lollipop and the Trail
RIDE DESCRIPTION: Social ride leaving from Trailside brewing at 5:30PM, doing a short loop through Laurel Park and then shooting out and back on the Ecusta Trail. We should be done before dusk (6:40) but make sure you have a light just in case.
LEVEL EXPLANATION: Social Ride
These rides are a relaxed pace, not usually exceeding 10-12mph on average, with very little technical aspects and low traffic roads.
PARKING CONSIDERATIONS: Park in the back lot for Trail users
HYDRATION, NOURISHMENT AND AVAILABILITY OF RESTROOMS: Hydration, restrooms and cafe available at Trailside. We'll regroup as we go with no planned rest stops, though we'll break for a few minutes at 64 in Horse Shoe
EQUIPMENT: Helmets and water bottles are mandatory. Have the route on your bike computer, phone, or printed cue sheet. Front-facing headlights and rear blinking lights are highly recommended for this ride unless appropriate reflectors are attached. Your bike must be equipped with the necessary lights or reflectors in accordance with applicable North Carolina and federal law and statutes governing bicycles. You should be fully self-sufficient for repair of flat tires or small mechanical issues. NOTE: All rides leave promptly at the time stated. Give yourself enough time (at least fifteen minutes) to get your bike unloaded and all geared up!
Rider's Responsibilities and Waiver for non-members:
Riders Responsibilities and Waiver